1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 1999 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Arnage | Citi |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 49 L |
